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Assisted living costs in Essexville average about $4,301 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 16 communities in Essexville. Our detailed directory has 130 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

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Almost everyone on the staff was very friendly. The most excellent staffer is no longer there. The meals are a 10 - they helped make Dad something he could eat. After Dad passed, we had to call for way too...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Bayfield, a Leisure Living Community in Bay City, Michigan. Here, our assisted living option allows seniors to maintain a level of independence while receiving personalized attention for daily needs. For those facing memory impairment, our care team places an emphasis on forming...
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My mom and Dad had a terrible experiences at [removed]. During our search to move them out of the bad experiences we came across Symphony. [names removed] and others have been very kind to my mom and Dad. ...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Symphony Tri-Cities Assisted Living Your Door to A New BeginningThe Leighton House Assisted Living Inns are designed for guests who desire some help to make daily life easier. Care plans are individualized for the needs of each guest. The philosophy is to allow people to continue to have private...
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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Never realized how expensive this would be. Was good we started this before I wanted. It's taken a long time for her adjust. Lots of depression and a difficulty with her dog. Thought for sure I was going...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Experience our difference the moment you step foot into our one-of-a-kind Assisted Living community. You’ll be greeted by our professional staff who are ready to listen to you and learn all about your wants, needs – and stories! You’ll see residents smiling, laughing and participating in...
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The staff is great and caring at Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home. My mom loves the food. She said it is very tasty and they are accommodating to her special requests. She is lactose intolerant. [Name...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Big facility with lots to do from the look of it. Happy to see that the activities director is active on a daily basis with all the residents and the food smelled great during my visit. Housekeepers and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bay City Comfort Care is a state-of-the-art facility located on Shrestha Drive sprawling over 38,000 square feet of immaculately designed space. Designed to feel like a luxury resort, with a floor plan that encourages community interactions, you’ll fit right in. Our state-of-the-art facility is...
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It was extremely clean, and the staff were very friendly- most of them were exceptional and went out of their way to help in any way we needed. Meals were well prepared, and they were always willing to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I would recommend to other families. They are very knowledgeable and experienced. We picked this community, because my brother recommended it.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Less Worrying, More LivingWhen you walk through the doors of this kind and welcoming community, prepare to feel your worries melt away. With a dedicated care team and the loveliest residents you could ever hope to meet, you’ll quickly discover this assisted living and memory care community...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
A Journey Of Dignity And GraceIt’s never easy to decide to transfer care of a family member to someone else, and it isn’t a responsibility we take lightly. At our memory care facility in Holly, Michigan, our kind and compassionate team develops deep and meaningful relationships with each and...
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We just recently moved my loved one here from another facility, but I am already seeing a big improvement in her mood. They have a very nice setup here, and the staff are all very friendly and professional....
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.

Cost of assisted living in Essexville, MI

The average cost of senior living in Essexville is $4,301 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Omer, MI with an average of $3,224 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Essexville, MI vs. nearby cities

Essexville, MI
$4,301/mo
$4,269/mo
$4,248/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Essexville, MI vs. the state and national average

Essexville, MI
$4,301/mo
U.S. national average
$4,726/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Essexville vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,301/mo
$4,353/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Essexville, MI by room type

Semi-Private
$4,008/mo
Studio
$4,525/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,414/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,233/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Essexville over time

Essexville, MIMI stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Essexville, MI

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Essexville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Essexville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Essexville

Vassar Comfort Care

5.0
This is such a wonderful facility in so many ways! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would! The facility is so clean, the staff are extremely friendly, and the staff feel like family. Come check it out!

Covenant Glen of Frankenmuth

5.0
I have just placed my Wife into Covenant Glen in Frankenmuth. The process was quite smooth, but also I needed to be patient, a hard thing for me to do..But the administration & staff at this place is top notch. The Exec. Director & I had spoke on the phone several times, and I also worked with ...
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Bay City Comfort Care

5.0
We are very happy with the care and attention our loved is getting at Bay City. The activities person is always thinking of fun things to do i.e. indoor baseball games, cooking classes, dances etc. The staff take good care of our loved one and the residents appear to be happy.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and compassionate staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and personal touch of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Symphony Tri-Cities, families express gratitude for the care and attention given during end-of-life situations. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents appreciate the ...
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Engaging daily activities. Reviews highlight the importance of activities for residents' overall well-being. Communities like Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care and Brookdale Bay City offer a variety of activities that help residents socialize and stay active.
Thoughtful care for individual needs. Families praise the accommodating nature of caregivers at different communities. For example, at Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents are encouraged to join multiple activities daily, while at Charter Senior Living of Bay City, staff accommodate special requests and provide pe ...
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Homelike and welcoming environment. Reviews consistently mention the cozy and friendly atmosphere at communities, such as Rachel Sovereign Memorial Home, which is appreciated by residents and their families.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a common theme in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. For example, at Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents enjoy the delicious meals and look forward to mealtimes.
Effective communication between families and staff. Clear and consistent communication is essential for both residents and their families. At Bayfield Assisted Living and Memory Care, families value the regular updates and open dialogue that staff maintain.
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Essexville review score based on 59 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 59 reviews of 16 Essexville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Essexville review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Essexville review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Essexville, MI16 facilities
8.6
Bay City, MI26 facilities
8.3
Zilwaukee, MI35 facilities

Review subcategories for Essexville assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 59 reviews of 16 Essexville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Essexville resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Essexville, MI averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Essexville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Essexville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Essexville, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Essexville assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Essexville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Essexville, MINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
43.8%
52%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
31.3%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
37.5%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
31.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Essexville assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Essexville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Essexville, MINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
37.5%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.8%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Essexville assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Essexville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Essexville, MINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
18.8%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
36.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
34.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
13.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Essexville assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Essexville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Essexville, MINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
41.6%
Room service
Room service
25%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Essexville assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Essexville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Essexville, MINational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
37.5%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
40.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
31.3%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
31.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
18.8%
29.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
25%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Essexville

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Michigan assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Essexville protect seniors.

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